Blackman Elementary School

586 Fortress Blvd
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 1,140 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blackman Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 1,140 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 20% in TN
  • : 39% (Top 30%)
  • : 39% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Blackman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:

School Overview

Blackman Elementary School's student population of 1,140 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,140 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
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School Rankings

Blackman Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackman Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (TN)
#329 out of 1721 schools
(Top 20%)
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39%
28%
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39%
30%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
2%
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Hispanic
12%
13%
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Black
23%
21%
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White
47%
60%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.70
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
46%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blackman Elementary School's ranking?
Blackman Elementary School is ranked #329 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Blackman Elementary School often compared to?
Blackman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Overall Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Blackman Elementary School?
1,140 students attend Blackman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Blackman Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackman Elementary School?
Blackman Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Blackman Elementary School offer ?
Blackman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Blackman Elementary School part of?
Blackman Elementary School is part of Rutherford County School District.

School Reviews

5   9/30/2019
This school has the best system in the county!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Goodie
5   9/20/2018
Very pleased with this school! The teachers, principals, and , all treated my daughter with respect and care. The front office staff were always kind and the principal and teachers showed genuine concern when my daughter had surgery last year. They also challenged her to go beyond her own expectations.
- Posted by Parent - Angela

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 1,140 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 39% (Top 30%)
  • : 39% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

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